Fatigue, Fracture, and Multiaxial Integrity of Metallic Structure Materials: From Microstructure to Data-Driven Assessment

Dear Colleagues,

The structural integrity of metallic components and systems is a cornerstone of engineering design, ensuring safety, reliability, and longevity across industries ranging from aerospace to civil infrastructure. As demands for lightweight, high-performance materials grow, so does the need for innovative approaches to assess and enhance the resilience of metallic structures under static, cyclic, and multiaxial loading conditions. This Special Issue, under the "Structural Integrity of Metals" section, seeks to bridge cutting-edge research with practical applications, fostering advancements in fracture and fatigue assessment methodologies.

Modern challenges in structural integrity call for a multidisciplinary synthesis of experimental, theoretical, and computational tools. From traditional fatigue life prediction models to data-driven techniques leveraging machine learning and big data analytics, the field is rapidly evolving to address complex geometries, scale effects, notch sensitivities, and multiaxial stress states. Furthermore, the interplay between microstructure, mechanical properties, and environmental factors necessitates a holistic understanding of failure mechanisms to optimize material selection and design.

We particularly encourage submissions that combine theoretical rigor with practical relevance, offering actionable insights for industries reliant on metallic structures. Studies addressing the interplay between microstructure, processing history, and mechanical performance are also highly welcome.

Prof. Dr. Jin Gan
Dr. Huabing Liu
Dr. Lei Ao
Guest Editors

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